Hannah: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced HAN-uh · 2 syllables
Hannah means “grace, favor”, from Hebrew.
From previous romanizations of Hebrew (Hanna), chiefly for the mother of Samuel, from (hanna, “grace, gracious, graced with child”). As a Wren with the Royal Marines, after Hannah Snell (1723–1792) who disguised herself as a man to serve in the British military. Doublet of Ann, Anne, Anna, and Ana.
- Meaning
- grace, favor
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- HAN-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #56
- US babies a year
- about 4,265 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1990
- Style
- Biblical
How popular is Hannah?
Hannah was the #56 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,973 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 38% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #56 |
| England & Wales | #75 |
| Scotland | #22 |
| Northern Ireland | #26 |
| Ireland | #21 |
| France | #250 |
| Norway | #116 |
| Canada | #36 |
| Australia | #59 |
How old are people named Hannah?
Half of US adults named Hannah are older than 28; most are between 19 and 41. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Sibling names for Hannah
Names that real brothers and sisters of people named Hannah have, from family records on Wikidata, most common first.
Names like Hannah
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
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Questions about Hannah
What does the name Hannah mean?
Hannah means “grace, favor”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Hannah?
Hannah is pronounced HAN-uh.
How popular is the name Hannah?
Hannah was the #56 name in the US in 2025, given to 3,973 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 38% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1990.
How old are people named Hannah?
Half of US adults named Hannah are older than 28. Most are between 19 and 41.